Job Description

Accounts Assistant

Our client is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their established family-owned business in Leeds. The company are a leading manufacturer and supplier of electrical power distribution equipment.

What\'s the job:

As Accounts Assistant it is your responsibility to process transactional information, contact customers and suppliers relating to payments and provide financial information to assist in the production of the monthly management accounts and cashflow forecasts.

The credit control role would include regular communication with the sales and contracts teams.

Reporting to the Head of Finance and supporting the Group Finance Director where appropriate with initiatives aligned to the strategic business objectives.

A key emphasis in delivering support to the business which is imperative.
What\'s expected of you:

\xc2\xb7 Transactional processing of sales and purchase invoices, cash receipts and payments

\xc2\xb7 Bank reconciliations, expenses management, personnel information

\xc2\xb7 Credit control cash collection via telephone, email, and Teams/face to face if required

\xc2\xb7 Financial accounting processing including journals for depreciation, inter-company etc

\xc2\xb7 Assistance with the production of monthly management accounts within 10 working days of the month end.

\xc2\xb7 Assistance with production of a rolling cash flow forecast and with stocktakes.

\xc2\xb7 Reporting and improvement of financial and non-financial information including KPI\'s

\xc2\xb7 Assistance with the implementation of a new ERP system during the financial year

\xc2\xb7 Manufacturing and operational support to ensure that the costs of the business are accounted for

\xc2\xb7 Support where required for internal and external audits

\xc2\xb7 Compliance with the relevant tax authorities and national legislation.

\xc2\xb7 Positively contribute where appropriate both commercially and operationally to the company

Skills, Knowledge & Experience:

\xc2\xb7 Relevant recognised accounting qualification or working towards one.

\xc2\xb7 Possess accounting experience working within an SME manufacturing environment.

\xc2\xb7 Experience and knowledge of financial controls and reporting.

\xc2\xb7 You will be flexible and adaptable

\xc2\xb7 Relevant and up-to-date knowledge of all matters relating to the job purpose.

\xc2\xb7 Clear & proven understanding and knowledge of all responsibilities and procedures.

\xc2\xb7 A self-motivated and driven person with strong communication skills.

\xc2\xb7 Detail oriented and technically strong.

\xc2\xb7 Experience of payroll would be desirable but not essential

Qualification:

AAT/CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualified or working towards qualification

Values, Behaviour & Approach:

• Demonstrates a clear understanding of Company strategy and is committed and enthusiastic about playing an active role in its delivery of quality products.
• Demonstrates honesty and diligence and thrives in a changing environment and is supportive of fresh perspectives and original ideas from others offering a speedy response.
• Determined to be the best and committed to achieving the most efficient standards in operational service and management.
• Seeks to develop close relationships, advocating a culture of teamwork.
• Demonstrates integrity and leadership in all professional relationships with the ability to tactfully challenge others without alienating them.
• Demonstrates a high level of commitment and a passion and enthusiasm to be part of the Company
• Acts with respect for others at all times, demonstrating an appreciation for alternative cultural perspectives, understanding the complexity and value of diversity, encouraging open-mindedness and integrity from others and challenging those who do not display the same standards.
• Willing to be flexible about working outside defined role parameters whenever necessary to support colleagues ensuring safety at work and customer satisfaction.

Salary 25 \xe2\x80\x93 35K, dependent on experience

Baker Harding